BEON NOTES / MUSIC, CULTURE & GROWTH

THINGS WORTH
TURNING UP.

RELEASE STRATEGY / 05 MIN

Your song deserves more than one post.

The strongest releases do not start on release day. Build anticipation, give fans formats to share and keep the story moving after the first stream.

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ARTIST GROWTH / 04 MIN

How to turn casual listeners into a real fanbase.

A fanbase is earned through repeatable signals, not one viral moment.

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SOCIAL MEDIA / 03 MIN

What artists should post between releases.

Keep your world active without exhausting your audience or your team.

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PLAYLISTS / 06 MIN

Playlist pitching: what actually makes a difference.

Pitching works best when it is one part of a cohesive release plan.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 06 MIN

What Is IPRS? Meaning, Music Licensing, Copyright Rules and Royalties in India

Learn what IPRS does, how music licences work and how royalties reach lyricists and composers in India.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 05 MIN

What Does IPRS Mean by the Term IPRS License? A Complete Guide for Businesses

A plain guide for businesses: what an IPRS licence covers, who may need one and how fees are decided.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 06 MIN

Who Is Required to Obtain an IPRS Licence in India? Complete Guide

See which restaurants, hotels, event organisers, shops and platforms may need an IPRS licence and how to check.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 06 MIN

Does IPRS Issue Licences or Collect Royalties for Marriages in India?

Understand the wedding music exemption, what it covers, where it stops and how to get a free IPRS NOC.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 05 MIN

How Are IPRS Licence Fees and Tariff Rates Fixed in India?

Learn what affects the cost, where to find current tariffs and how to estimate a potential fee.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 05 MIN

Why Is an IPRS Licence Required Even After a PPL, Novex or RMPL Licence?

Learn the difference between song rights and sound recording rights, and why multiple permissions may matter.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 05 MIN

How to Obtain an IPRS Licence in India: Step-by-Step Guide

A practical guide to choosing a category, applying through the official website and paying the applicable fee.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 06 MIN

Can You Translate Someone Else’s Lyrics or Set Them to Music Without a Licence in India?

Learn what copyright law says about translations and musical adaptations, and when you need permission.

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IPRS & COPYRIGHT / 06 MIN

Is Sampling Music Legal in India? Copyright Rules, Licensing and the 8-Bar Myth

Understand music sampling rights, licensing and why the so-called 8-bar rule is a myth.

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